A horizontal tube primary cooler which can be easily repaired
By introducing an inflatable fixing mechanism into the horizontal tube primary cooler, and using elastic airbags to clamp the cooling water pipes, the problem of cumbersome disassembly in the existing technology is solved, realizing convenient disassembly and replacement of the cooling water pipes and saving manpower.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ANSHAN GREEN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION EQUIP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing horizontal tube primary coolers are cumbersome to disassemble and replace horizontal chilled water pipes, and there is a need to develop a device that is easy to disassemble and maintain in order to save manpower.
It adopts an inflatable fixing mechanism, which uses elastic airbags to clamp and fix the cooling water pipe. Heat exchange is achieved through air inlet and outlet. In case of damage, the cooling water pipe can be released by venting, simplifying the disassembly process.
It enables convenient disassembly and replacement of cooling water pipes, saving manpower and improving maintenance efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of horizontal tube primary coolers, and in particular to a horizontal tube primary cooler that is easy to maintain. Background Technology
[0002] A horizontal tube primary cooler contains several horizontal pipes through which cooling water flows. Hot gas enters from the top and exits from the bottom. The hot gas encounters the cooling water within the horizontal pipes, causing it to cool and reach the required temperature. However, after prolonged use, the horizontal cooling water pipes in the primary cooler can become damaged due to corrosion, mechanical stress, and aging, necessitating disassembly and replacement. Currently, two common methods exist for disassembly and replacement: one is to cut off both ends of the pipes and pull them out, and the other is to forcibly pull out the pipes one by one using a pipe puller. Both methods are cumbersome in practice. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a horizontal tube primary cooler that is easy to disassemble and maintain, saving manpower, to overcome the shortcomings of current applications and meet current needs. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a horizontal tube primary cooler that is easy to maintain, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0005] A horizontal tube primary cooler that is easy to maintain includes an outer casing, connecting plates, an inflatable fixing mechanism, cooling water pipes, an inlet pipe bracket, an outlet pipe bracket, and unions. A connecting plate is detachably fixed to both the front and rear sides of the outer casing using screws. Each connecting plate is equipped with an inflatable fixing mechanism. Multiple cooling water pipes are detachably connected between two inflatable fixing mechanisms. Multiple unions are installed on both the inlet and outlet pipe brackets. The unions on the inlet pipe bracket are detachably connected to the inlet end of the cooling water pipes, and the unions on the outlet pipe bracket are detachably connected to the outlet end of the cooling water pipes. The inflatable fixing mechanism includes: an elastic airbag, an air pipe bracket, and a valve. Multiple elastic airbags are connected by the air pipe bracket. A valve is installed at the inlet of the air pipe bracket. The rear half of each elastic airbag is inserted into and fixed within the connecting plate, while the front half of each elastic airbag extends to the outside of the connecting plate. The cooling water pipes all pass through the elastic airbags, which are made of silicone rubber.
[0006] Preferably, the top of the outer casing is provided with an air inlet, and the bottom of the outer casing is provided with an air outlet.
[0007] Preferably, the cooling water pipe is made of copper.
[0008] Preferably, a sealing gasket is fixed to the back of the connecting plate, and the sealing gasket is in contact with the outer casing.
[0009] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This easily maintainable horizontal tube primary cooler, under normal use, has an elastic bladder filled with air. The bladder expands, clamping and sealing the cooling water pipes. Hot air enters through the air inlet, and tap water enters multiple cooling water pipes through the inlet pipe bracket. The hot air exchanges heat with the outer wall of the cooling water pipes, and the water flow carries away the heat, thus cooling the air. The cooled airflow exits through the air outlet. When the cooling water pipes are damaged and need replacement after prolonged use, first unscrew the unions on the inlet and outlet pipe brackets from the cooling water pipes. Then, open the valve to release the gas from the elastic bladder, causing it to contract and loosen the cooling water pipes. Finally, a person can directly pull out the cooling water pipe for replacement. In summary, this utility model is easy to disassemble and maintain, saving manpower. Attached Figure Description
[0010] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0011] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled state of this utility model.
[0012] Figure 3 This is an internal sectional view of the present invention.
[0013] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention. Figure 1 .
[0014] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention. Figure 2 .
[0015] Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention. Figure 3 .
[0016] Figure 7 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention. Figure 4 .
[0017] Legend:
[0018] 1. Outer casing; 101. Air inlet; 102. Air outlet; 2. Connecting plate; 201. Sealing gasket; 3. Inflatable fixing mechanism; 301. Elastic airbag; 302. Air pipe bracket; 303. Valve; 4. Cooling water pipe; 5. Water inlet pipe bracket; 6. Water outlet pipe bracket; 7. Union joint. Detailed Implementation
[0019] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0020] Specific implementation examples are given below.
[0021] See Figures 1 to 7 In this embodiment of the present invention, a horizontal tube primary cooler that is easy to maintain includes an outer casing 1, connecting plates 2, an inflatable fixing mechanism 3, cooling water pipes 4, an inlet pipe bracket 5, an outlet pipe bracket 6, and a union joint 7. An air inlet 101 is provided at the top of the outer casing 1, and an air outlet 102 is provided at the lower end of the outer casing 1. Hot air enters through the air inlet 101 and exits through the air outlet 102. A connecting plate 2 is detachably fixed to both the front and rear sides of the outer casing 1 by screws. A sealing gasket 201 is fixed to the back of the connecting plate 2, and the sealing gasket 201 fits snugly against the outer casing 1 to improve sealing. An inflatable fixing mechanism 3 is installed on each connecting plate 2, and multiple cooling water pipes 4 are detachably connected between two inflatable fixing mechanisms 3. Multiple union joints are installed on both the inlet pipe bracket 5 and the outlet pipe bracket 6. 7. The union 7 on the inlet pipe bracket 5 is detachably connected to the inlet end of the cooling water pipe 4, and the union 7 on the outlet pipe bracket 6 is detachably connected to the outlet end of the cooling water pipe 4. The inlet pipe bracket 5 is connected to an external tap water source through a flexible hose. The inflatable fixing mechanism 3 includes: an elastic airbag 301, an air pipe bracket 302, and a valve 303. There are multiple elastic airbags 301, which are connected through the air pipe bracket 302. A valve 303 is installed at the inlet of the air pipe bracket 302. The rear half of the elastic airbag 301 is inserted into the connecting plate 2 for fixation, and the front half of the elastic airbag 301 extends to the outside of the connecting plate 2. The cooling water pipes 4 all pass through the elastic airbag 301. The elastic airbag 301 is made of silicone rubber, which gives it a certain elasticity and good high-temperature resistance.
[0022] The cooling water pipe 4 is made of copper, which gives it good thermal conductivity.
[0023] The union 7 is an existing technology product, model number 60-30FF, used for quick connection of water pipes.
[0024] Working principle: This easily maintainable horizontal tube primary cooler operates normally with the elastic air bladder 301 filled with air. The elastic air bladder 301 expands, clamping and sealing the cooling water pipes 4. Hot air enters through the air inlet 101, and tap water enters the multiple cooling water pipes 4 through the water inlet pipe bracket 5. The hot air contacts the outer wall of the cooling water pipes 4 to exchange heat, and the water flow carries away the heat from the hot air, thus cooling it. The cooled airflow is discharged from the air outlet 102. When the cooling water pipes 4 are damaged and need to be replaced after long-term use, first unscrew the union 7 on the water inlet pipe bracket 5 and the water outlet pipe bracket 6 from the cooling water pipes 4. Then, open the valve 303 to release the gas from the elastic air bladder 301, causing the elastic air bladder 301 to contract and loosen the cooling water pipes 4. Finally, the cooling water pipes 4 can be directly pulled out and replaced.
[0025] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0026] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A cross-pipe primary cooler which is easily maintained, characterized in that, The system includes an outer casing (1), connecting plates (2), an inflatable fixing mechanism (3), cooling water pipes (4), an inlet pipe bracket (5), an outlet pipe bracket (6), and unions (7). A connecting plate (2) is detachably fixed to both the front and rear sides of the outer casing (1) by screws. Each connecting plate (2) is equipped with an inflatable fixing mechanism (3). Multiple cooling water pipes (4) are detachably connected between two inflatable fixing mechanisms (3). Multiple unions (7) are installed on both the inlet pipe bracket (5) and the outlet pipe bracket (6). The unions (7) on the inlet pipe bracket (5) are detachably connected to the inlet end of the cooling water pipes (4). The unions (7) on the outlet pipe bracket (6) are detachably connected to the inlet end of the cooling water pipes (4). The head (7) is detachably connected to the outlet end of the cooling water pipe (4). The inflatable fixing mechanism (3) includes: an elastic airbag (301), an air pipe frame (302), and a valve (303). There are multiple elastic airbags (301). Multiple elastic airbags (301) are connected through the air pipe frame (302). A valve (303) is installed at the inlet of the air pipe frame (302). The rear half of the elastic airbag (301) is inserted into the connecting plate (2) for fixation. The front half of the elastic airbag (301) extends to the outside of the connecting plate (2). The cooling water pipes (4) all pass through the elastic airbag (301). The elastic airbag (301) is made of silicone rubber.
2. The easily serviceable cross pipe primary cooler according to claim 1, characterized in that The top of the outer casing (1) is provided with an air inlet (101), and the bottom of the outer casing (1) is provided with an air outlet (102).
3. The easily serviceable cross pipe primary cooler according to claim 1, wherein The cooling water pipe (4) is made of copper.
4. The easily serviceable cross pipe primary cooler of claim 1 wherein, A sealing gasket (201) is fixed to the back of the connecting plate (2), and the sealing gasket (201) is in contact with the outer casing (1).